Antidepressants question

LoverlyJules · #1 December 6th, 2011, 03:54 AM

Have any of you had to take antidepressants at any point? I'm having some serious stress/anxiety right now. Only problem is, I think most antidepressants aren't recommended for people who are trying to get pregnant ... any thoughts or advice??

LindseyE117 · #2 December 6th, 2011, 04:16 AM

There are a few that are safe while pregnant. You need to sepcifically tell your doctor that you are planning on becoming pregnant.

I suffer from extreme anxiety/panic disorder, but I have learned to control mine with therapy and breathing techniques over the years. I have been on multiple meds, but nothing really helped me, hence me not being on meds now. Still, I am sure some of the girls on here can give you specific names.

.:Shortcake:. · #3 December 6th, 2011, 04:32 AM

My doctor took me off mine when he knew I was TTC. I know there are some that they say might be safe during pregnancy but I'm not sure what they are. Have you talked to your doctor about it? I highly recommend you talking to your doctor. They should be able to give you some options.

LoverlyJules · #4 December 6th, 2011, 05:16 PM

It was a suggestion from a GI doctor because of some medical issues I've been having. Now I just need to talk to my primary care doctor.

cdukes2010 · #5 December 6th, 2011, 06:04 PM

What I've heard is there are times when the benefits of the anti-depressants would out weigh the possible side effects to the baby. I think It's probably going to depend on your doctor, you may even try to get more than one opinion.

A few months ago on the podcast I listen to they did an interview with a doctor about this subject if you are interested it's called Sound Medicine on Itunes and it's the podcast dated 7-17-11. It's about 11 minutes into the podcast. Or you can find it here: Sound Medicine: July 17, 2011

missy123 · #6 December 6th, 2011, 07:54 PM

I was on Welbutrin and Zanax for Anxiety and depression. I took them on and off again for over 2 years while we were TTC. As soon as I got my bfp I stopped taking them.

Make sure you take care of YOU! I know it is hard but if you are not doing well it will make it harder to not only conceive but to heal emotionally from loss.

LoverlyJules · #7 December 7th, 2011, 03:46 AM

Thanks for the suggestions ladies. I've got a call in to my primary care doctor and I'll speak with my therapist tomorrow, so we'll see what they say.